Patriots-Chiefs game is being postponed following QB Cam Newton’s positive Covid test

MADISON, Wis. — The NFL announced on Saturday that the New England-Kansas City game is being rescheduled for Monday or Tuesday after positive Covid-19 tests on both teams.

The news comes after Patriots quarterback Cam Newton was reported testing positive for Covid-19, according to ESPN.

The game was originally supposed to take place on Sunday at 4:25 p.m. ET.

The NFL says it is working to evaluate close contacts, perform additional testing and monitor developments. When the game will take place has not yet been announced.

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